Familia Nin Ortiz | Priorat | Planetes “Classic” | 2019 | 750ml

Description

Product description for Familia Nin Ortiz Planetes “Classic” 2019

Star oenologist Ester Nin launched this project in 2003 and immediately received top marks from international wine critics. Through her work as a bodega manager and oenologist at the Clos i Terasses (Clos Erasmus) winery, she has gained extensive experience in producing world-class wines. The Mas den Caçador plot, which forms the basis for Nit de Nin, is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular and best sites in the Priorat region. But this special location also takes its toll. Working in the vineyard is only possible with mules, which is no easy task given the extremely steep slope. The location of Finca Planetes is hardly inferior. Together with her husband, Carles Ortiz, she cultivates both plots entirely biodynamically.

Wine Information

22-year-old terraced vines planted with Garnacha and 13-year-old Carignan vines in the climate zone of Porrera. The harvest took place from September 4 to 16, 2021, with minimum yields of 16 hl/ha. After a four-week maceration of the whole bunches, spontaneous fermentation took place with wild yeasts in three large (3,200 l) French oak barrels, followed by a further 18 months of aging in two of these barrels and a 1,000 l amphora. 9,975 bottles were bottled in May 2021.

Colour

Deep black-red, full-bodied to the rim.

Nose

The 2019 Planetes “Classic” presents itself with opulent fruitiness and distinct earthy aromas on the nose. Aromas of black cherries, pickled dark berries, and plum jam combine with the scent of fine dark chocolate, wild Mediterranean herbs, and spices such as pepper, cloves, and cardamom. A powerful yet elegant wine with plenty of elegance and complexity, this is evident even in the nose.

Palate

On the palate, it settles on the tongue with a carpet of dark fruits, surrounded by the herbs and spices of the nose. The acidity and tannin structure are still pleasantly youthful, which lends its power playfulness and vibrancy. It doesn’t fill you up, but rather leaves you wanting more. Best enjoyed slightly chilled with rich, aromatic cuisine.

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Wine Advocate

Score: 95

From 2019 the Planetes de Nin has added “Clàssic” to the name, so it’s the 2019 Planetes de Nin Clàssic, because for Ester Nin, the classical Priorat is Garnacha, Garnacha Peluda, Cariñena and using stems, like a small Nit de Nin from Mas d’en Caçador, which is what the wine is. 2019 is a warm vintage, and the wine has ripeness and some oak-like, slightly burnt aromas that they think come from the stems and the ripeness of the grapes. It’s hedonistic, round and lush, with notes of iron and earth. Quite classical Priorat. 10,130 bottles produced.
Luis Gutiérrez

Producer website: https://familianinortiz.com/